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Wilmer Valderrama as NCIS Special Agent Nicholas "Nick" Torres, Emily Wickersham as NCIS Special Agent Eleanor "Ellie" Bishop, Sean Murray as NCIS Special Agent Timothy McGee, Mark Harmon as NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs | Cory Osborne/CBS via Getty Images
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NCIS (Naval Criminal Investigative Service) is a CBS primetime drama that has been on air since 2003. The series was introduced as a backdoor pilot of the popular series JAG. NCIS follows former Marine gunnery sergeant NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) and his team of special agents stationed in Washington, D.C. As a team, they track down high-profile criminals and solve crimes involving the Navy or Marine Corps. The highly-rated crime drama has been nominated for three Emmys. In 2009, NCIS: Los Angeles made its debut as a spinoff series starring LL Cool J and Chris O’Donnell, followed by a second spinoff, NCIS: New Orleans, in 2014. The latter concluded in 2021 after seven seasons. The franchise will welcome its third spinoff, NCIS: Hawai’i, in 2021 starring Vanessa Lachey.
- TV Genres: American, Action, Drama, Police Procedural
- Where to Watch NCIS: U.S.-based viewers can watch the show on CBS via Fubo.TV or Paramount Plus. Season 1 through Season 15 are available on Netflix.
- Current NCIS Cast: Mark Harmon, Sean Murray, Wilmer Valderrama, Brian Dietzen, Diona Reasonover, Rocky Carroll, and David McCallum
- NCIS Spinoffs: NCIS: Los Angeles (2009-current); NCIS: New Orleans (2014- 2021); NCIS: Hawai'i (2021-current)
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11 Canceled TV Shows That Won’t Return in 2025

'Blue Bloods' and 'Walker' were among the shows that came to an end in 2024.

by Megan Elliott

Published on December 31, 2024

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Boone stands next to a woman in a white lab coast in the 'NCIS: Hawai'i' series finale

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Showrunners Address Cliffhanger Series Finale

'NCIS: Hawai'i' showrunners have said that if they'd known the show was going to be canceled, they would have ended things differently in the season 3 finale.

by Megan Elliott

Four people standing behind a table in a room in 'NCIS: Hawai'i' Season 3 finale

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Series Finale Airs May 6 — See Photos From the Last Episode

The team must track down those responsible for a deadly ambush in the series finale of 'NCIS: Hawai'i.'

by Megan Elliott

Eric Christian Olsen Reveals What Key Items of Deek’s He Took From the ‘NCIS: LA’ Set

After 14 years of playing Deeks on ‘NCIS: Los Angeles,’ Eric Christian Olsen knew he needed to take some of his characters favorite things.

by Perry Carpenter

Published on May 7, 2023

3 min read

NCIS: Los Angeles star Eric Christian Olsen as LAPD Liaison Marty Deeks

‘NCIS: LA’ Star Eric Christian Olsen Admits He Got Emotional on the Last Day of Filming — ‘I Cried’

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ will end after the season 14 finale and star Eric Christian Olsen, admitted the last day of filming was emotional.

by Perry Carpenter

Vyto Ruginis as Arkady and Chris O'Donnell as Callen on NCIS: Los Angeles.

‘NCIS: Los Angeles’: Who Plays Arkady?

Arkady Kolcheck is one of NCIS: Los Angeles' most unforgettable characters. Who plays Anna Kolcheck's father? Here's what we know.

by Sheiresa Ngo

Chilling New Evidence Surfaced Regarding Former ‘NCIS’ Star Wanted for Kidnapping

Zoe McLellan hasn't been in the headlines for awhile because she's gone into hiding with her son after claims of abuse by her ex-husband. Now an ex-boyfriend claims she plotted to have her ex husband killed.

by Candace Powell

Published on August 22, 2021

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Will ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ Star Scott Bakula Guest-Star on ‘NCIS’ or ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’?

Now that 'NCIS: New Orleans' ended, star Scott Bakula has an opening in his schedule. Could he appear on any of the other 'NCIS' shows?

by Candace Powell

Here’s How ‘NCIS: New Orleans’ Bosses Really Wanted the Series to End

'NCIS: New Orleans could've had an entirely different ending. Executive producers Christopher Silber and Jan Nash reveal what they wish would've happened.

by Candace Powell

‘NCIS’: Best Fan Reactions to Mark Harmon Stepping Down as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs

'NCIS' has undergone many casting changes during its 19 seasons. But the Oct. 11 episode saw one of the most shocking shakeups in the show's history. Mark Harmon is departing the series, and it was an emotional night as fans said goodbye Gibbs.

by Carol Cassada

‘NCIS’: How Gibbs Gets His Boat Out of the Basement

NCIS has finally solved a mystery that fans have been wondering about for years. Now we finally know how Gibbs gets his boats out of the basement. Here’s what NCIS revealed about Gibbs’ boats and how they’re removed from the basement. Gibbs leaves ‘NCIS’ Fans knew this day was coming, but few expected Gibbs to …

by Sheiresa Ngo

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Mark Harmon Could Absolutely Return to the ‘NCIS’ Cast

'NCIS' fans are reeling following Mark Harmon's exit as a series regular in the cast. However, the actor could absolutely return in the future.

by Abeni Tinubu

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Recap — What is a Paniolo?

From the beginning ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ showrunners said they knew they had an obligation to stay true to the culture and tradition of the Aloha state and its people. And, in Season 1, Episode 4, they did just that by introducing fans to the world of Hawaiian cowboys of ‘Paniolo.’

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Recap: What Question Did Mark Harmon’s Gibbs Finally Answer Before He Said Goodbye?

It’s officially the end of an era for ‘NCIS’ fans. In Season 19, Episode 4 ‘Great Wide Open’ Mark Harmon’s Leroy Jethro Gibbs finally said good-bye to his team after more than 400 episodes over more than 18 seasons. But, before he left, Gibbs finally answered a question that fans have been asking for years.

by Perry Carpenter

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‘NCIS’ Says Goodbye to Mark Harmon

Mark Harmon left NCIS. Here's how he made his exit as Leroy Jethro Gibbs.

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS’: It’s Time for Gibbs to See His Therapist

Leroy Jethro Gibbs needs help processing his experiences during his time at NCIS. Dr. Grace Confalone to the rescue?

by Sheiresa Ngo

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Season 1 Episode 3 Recap — The Team Goes Undercover in ‘Recruiter’

‘NCIS: Hawai'i’ fans are still getting to know Jane Tennant and her team in these first few episodes. In the latest installment, they got even more character development. While the newest team in the ‘NCIS’ universe worked the best case of the series so far. Here's a recap of Season 1, Episode 3 "Recruiter."

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Season 19, Episode 3 ‘Road To Nowhere’ Recap — Will Gibbs Ever Return To His Team?

‘NCIS’ Season 19, Episode 3 -- ‘Road to Nowhere’ -- saw Gibbs' serial killer case go to the next level. Not only are there eight victims. But the clues lead the team to the Pentagon and a major multi-national corporation. As for Gibbs, he separated himself even further delivering his ‘special brand of justice.’

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Is Only 2 Episodes Into Season 19 and It Seems Pretty Clear This Is Mark Harmon’s Final Season

‘NCIS’ has aired the first two episodes of season 19. And it already seems pretty clear that this will be Mark Harmon's final season as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. CBS execs and producers are playing coy, while Harmon is staying silent. But Harmon appears to be in the process of telling fans goodbye.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Season 19: All the Signs Mark Harmon Is Being Replaced By Gary Cole — Despite CBS’ Denials

‘NCIS’ season 19 has officially begun, but fans are still wondering about the fate of series star Mark Harmon (Gibbs). Fans think that NCIS has dropped some hints about Gary Cole’s Parker replacing Gibbs in the first two episodes. Here are all the signs that Harmon is on his way out -- despite CBS' denials.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: Jason Wiles Makes His Season 19 Debut — Fans May Remember Him As a Bad Boy From a Certain Zip Code

'NCIS' fans finally got to see the serial killer Gibbs (Mark Harmon) has been hunting since last season. The second episode of season 19 -- titled "Nearly Departed" -- featured quite a few twists and turns. Including the reveal that this serial killer is actually a contract killer named Paul Lemere played by Jason Wiles.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Season 19 Episode 2 Recap ‘Nearly Departed’

The second episode of 'NCIS' season 19 seemingly began with a return to the traditional case of the week format. The episode's cold open featured a man buying some items at a market. But when he opened the back door of his van, it was revealed that he had a female hostage in the back.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’: 5 Burning Questions Fans Need Answered About Mark Harmon’s Future on ‘TV’s Most-Watched Drama’

In early 2021, rumors began swirling that Harmon was ‘ready to leave’ ‘NCIS’ after 18 seasons. For weeks, it wasn't a sure thing that Harmon would return to the series he's starred in since 2003. In late April, CBS finally revealed that they had signed Harmon to a one-year deal to return for season 19.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Fans Think This 1 Clue Means Mark Harmon’s Exit Is Truly Coming

‘NCIS’ season 19 is finally underway. After months of news about Mark Harmon taking a reduced role after 18 seasons, fans were surprised that the season premiere focused primarily on his character Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Now, fans think they spotted a clue in a new promo proving that season 19 will be Harmon’s last.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Gets Mixed Reviews — Some Call It a ‘Hawaii 5-0’ ‘Knockoff,’ While Others Beg to Bring Back ‘NCIS: New Orleans’

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ showrunners wanted the show to honor the Aloha state and its people and be diverse. But to some fans, it felt like producers were ticking boxes when casting and writing the series. Many complained that ‘NCIS: Hawai'i’’ had a focus group feel to it. Others accused it of being a ‘Hawaii Five-0’ knockoff.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Fans Should Not Expect to See Mark Harmon’s Gibbs in the Aloha State Anytime Soon

CBS made a change to their primetime schedule for the 2021-22 TV season by moving ‘NCIS’ out of the Tuesday night time slot it's held since 2003 to make it the lead in for ‘NCIS: Hawai’i.’ But that doesn't mean fans should expect Mark Harmon's Gibbs to show up in the Aloha state anytime soon.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS’ Season 19 Premiere Recap: Is It Time For Mark Harmon’s Exit?

Mark Harmon's Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs was front and center in the ‘NCIS’ season 19 premiere. But with rumors that Harmon is taking a reduced role after 18 seasons, and the team on TV arguing about when or even if Gibbs will ever be reinstated, fans are left wondering – is it time for Harmon’s exit?

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ Is Already Making History and Fans Have Only Seen 1 Episode

After months of anticipation, ‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ finally made its debut. The first episode introduced fans to Jane Tennant's (Vanessa Lachey) team, which included Lucy Tara (Yasmine Al-Bustami). Fans also met Kate Whistler (Tori Anderson), an agent from the Defense Intelligence Agency. And, at first glance, there seemed to be some friction between them.

by Perry Carpenter

‘NCIS Hawai’i’: Vanessa Lachey Could Pave the Way for More Female-Led Spinoffs

'NCIS: Hawai'i' sets a precedent by casting Vanessa Lachey in the lead, and creating her character of Jane Tennant in the first place. If it's a hit, they'd be wise to consider more female-led spinoffs, and the producers agree.

by Fred Topel

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